Hybrid carnation plant named &#39;cfpc mindy&#39;

ABSTRACT

A new variety of carnation plant producing attractive light lavender flowers.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety ofcarnation plant which was discovered by me as a naturally occurringsport in a controlled planting of ‘CFPC PASSION’ (U.S. Plant Pat. No.10,416). The varietal denomination of the new variety is ‘CFPC MINDY’.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0002] Among the novel characteristics possessed by the new varietywhich distinguish it from other varieties of which I am aware, are itsattractive light lavender flowers which retain color without fading.When grown in a greenhouse in Salinas, Calif., in 4½ inch plastic pots,pinched plants are about 9 inches tall and about 7 inches in diameter.Flower diameter averages about 2 inches with a crown of about ¾ inch(average). Foliage is about 3½ inches long and about {fraction (5/16)}inch wide at its widest point.

[0003] Asexual reproduction by propagation by cuttings of the newvariety as performed in Salinas, Calif., shows that the foregoing andother distinguishing characteristics come true to form and areestablished and transmitted through succeeding propagation.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF ILLUSTRATION

[0004] The accompanying illustration shows a typical specimen of thevegetative growth and flowers of the new variety depicted in color asnearly true as it is reasonably possible to make the same in colorillustration of this character.

DESCRIPTION OF THE NEW VARIETY

[0005] The following is a detailed description of the new variety, withcolor terminology in accordance with The Royal Horticultural SocietyColour Chart (RHSCC). The terminology used in color description hereinrefers to plate numbers in the aforementioned color chart. Phenotypicalexpression may vary depending upon varying environmental, seasonal andcultural conditions.

[0006] The information provided herein is based on observations ofplants grown inside commercial greenhouses at Salinas, Calif. The heightof plant and flower and foliage size are established as an average usingstandard commercial cultural practices.

[0007] Classification:

[0008]Botanical.—Hybrid Dianthus caryophyllus.

[0009]Commercial.—Carnation, standard disbud, type, suitable for cutflower production and as a pot spray.

[0010] Plant:

[0011]Height.—About 9 inches.

[0012]Form.—Herbaceous.

[0013]Growing habit.—Semi-upright.

[0014]Blooming habit.—As a spray (pot).

[0015]Blooming season.—Year round.

[0016]Rooting time/habit.—About 18 days.

[0017]Breaking action.—Very vigorous and free-breaking plant habit withstrong straight stems.

[0018]Mutation prone.—No.

[0019]Disease resistance.—Good, resistence to soil-borne diseases suchas Fusarium oxysporum, and F. graminearum and root-rots such as dampingoff, water molds and the like as is typical of carnations.

[0020]Temperature tolerance.—Wide range.

[0021] Foliage (Base of plant):

[0022]Color.—Upper side: Near 137A. Lower side: Near 137B.

[0023]Size.—About 3½ inches long and about {fraction (5/16)} inch wide.

[0024]Quantity.—Numerous.

[0025]Shape.—Lanceolate.

[0026]Texture.—Smooth.

[0027]Ribs.—Central keel.

[0028]Arrangement.—Bi-lateral along stem.

[0029]Stem.—Color: Near 137A at maturity.

[0030]Bud.—Shape: Ovoid. Color: Near 143C. Length: About 1⅛ inches.Diameter: About ⅜ inch.

[0031]Calyx.—Sepals: About 5. Length: About {fraction (5/16)} inch.Width: About ¼ inch. Color Outside: Near 144C. Inside: Near 145D.

[0032] Bloom:

[0033]Shape.—Rounded.

[0034]Size.—Diameter: About 2 inches. Depth: About ¾ inch.

[0035]Borne.—As a spray.

[0036]Color.—General tonality: Red-purple. Upper side: Near 65C. Lowerside: Near 65D. Center: Near 65C. Outer petals: Near 65C.

[0037]Permanence.—Dry up on receptacle.

[0038]Keeping quality.—Very good, 3+ weeks.

[0039]Fragrance.—Slight.

[0040] Petalage:

[0041]Quantity.—About 21.

[0042]Outer petal size.—Length: About 1⅞ inches. Width: About 1⅛ inches.

[0043]Central petal size.—Length: About 1{fraction (33/16)} inches.Width: About 1 inch.

[0044]Texture.—Smooth.

[0045]Appearance.—Shiny.

[0046]Form.—Fan shaped.

[0047] Reproductive organs:

[0048]Stamen.—None.

[0049]Anthers.—None.

[0050]Filaments.—None.

[0051]Pistil.—1. Length: About 1¼ inches. Color: Whiter than 155D.

[0052]Stigma.—2 (bi-lobed). Color: Near 65D.

[0053]Fertility.—Male: Sterile. Female: Good.

[0054]Ovary.—Shape: Conical. Color. Base: Near 155D. Body: Near 144B.Apex: Near 144B.

I claim:
 1. A new and distinct carnation plant of the varietysubstantially as herein shown and described.